How to Create a Peugeot Spare Key
Peugeot cars are equipped with an immobiliser mechanism that is unique to them. It relies on a chip that is hidden in the key to allow it to work. When you insert a new key into the ignition, it searches for that chip and will only start your car if it finds it.
Contacting a professional auto-locksmith the best option if you are having issues with your key. They'll have the tools and machinery to cut you a new key while you wait.
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The Peugeot car key is a cutting-edge piece of equipment. The Peugeot car key has an electronic chip that communicates with vehicle's engine control units (ECUs) to enable it to start the car and unlock its doors. This technology means only a locksmith equipped with the appropriate tools will be able to make the spare Peugeot key.
This key will replace a damaged or worn out car key. Contrary to standard key blanks which can be bought on the internet or in some hardware stores, Peugeot keys must be programmed to work in your particular vehicle. This means the key needs to be cut to the correct model, and have the right transponder and other parts, as well as being properly set up for the vehicle's immobiliser system. A professional auto locksmith can complete all this in the shortest amount of time.
Peugeot owners had to visit their dealer to obtain replacement keys. Although this is still an option should you have the time and money to wait around for it but it's not the best solution in the majority of instances. Dealerships don't have the required equipment or knowledge to deal with Peugeot critical emergencies on the roadside, at work or at home.
A professional mobile auto locksmith, however is equipped to handle your crisis and will have a brand new Peugeot key for you in a short amount of time. They can do this for only a fraction of the cost for a direct visit to the dealer.
You'll likely see a "transponder chip' in the key of an Peugeot model that's more recent. This is a further layer of security that will prevent your vehicle from starting until it receives a unique code from the key when it's inserted. This is what makes it impossible to duplicate a Peugeot key without the right equipment and software.
This is the type of key with a 'JMA' HU-HCA.P key profile that is identical as the profile of Silca 833. You can also find this kind of key in the 106 or 107, 206 or 208, 306, and 406 models. We have this profile in stock, and we can cut the key for you as well as program it. For more information, go to the Key Programming Information section at the top of this page. Customers who are working in the motor or locksmith trade can register for a trade account to view our pricing discounts. Otherwise, you can contact us using the form below.
The immobiliser
The immobiliser is one the most secure features in the Peugeot car. It works by using a tiny glass chip inside the key to deter the theft of the vehicle, by keeping the engine off. The system is based on a complex algorithm and doesn't require any type of battery to operate. It checks the coding of the chip every time the key is placed into the ignition barrel, and the vehicle will only turn on when it recognizes the chip. If not then the fuel supply will be cut off to prevent the engine from starting.
This has been a fantastic thing, and it has reduced the amount of car crime. It does mean, however, that you will need an expert locksmith for this kind of work. The locksmith will use tools that are standard for dealers to create an Peugeot spare key and will need to program it in order for the car to begin. It can cost between 120 PS and 300 PS, depending on the type and complexity of the key.
Peugeot keys are susceptible to wear and tear and eventually fail generally, around five years. They are dropped, thrown and get boiling hot and freezing cold regularly and this causes the electronic switches to degrade. The result is tiny hairline cracks to form on the circuit board, which in turn causes the transponder to fail. This is the most typical fault that occurs with the Peugeot key and will usually result in the car not starting or displaying an "Immobiliser Failure" message on the dashboard.
If you lose your Peugeot spare key or the original key is stolen, then you can contact a local auto locksmith for the replacement. These experts can help with a range of car brands and be available to help you save you the hassle of having to be towed to a dealer or workshop.
g28carkeys.co.uk can be manufactured and programmed by a specialist for about 120 PS, but the specialist must have the correct equipment to restart your car. Many of the cheaper keys that are sold on eBay or Amazon don't come with the correct chips, which can cause the key to stop working. The keys that are cheap can be made in China and are of poor quality. It is better to purchase a dealer key. It is crucial to have a plan of action in the event of losing your key. This will ensure you get home safely or to the garage as fast as you can.